I have read alot of the answers in the homework section, and I have to say a large portion of the answers appall me. Many people help students out with their english homework on here, when they themselves couldn't pass rudimentary 5th grade english; let alone advanced composition. I see a large amount of sentences that make absolutely no sense gramatically, yet these people feel qualified to answer questions that students ask pertaining to grammar.
Take this sentence from an answer I saw for example: "my stay at the hospital someone was having a liver biopsy" Now what the hell does that even mean? Were you the one having the biopsy? Was it someone else in there at the same time as you having the biopsy? Did you go visit someone having/recovering from a biopsy?
I understand the people are just trying to help, but in the end are you not just doing the students a disservice by teaching them incorrect grammar, and instead should focus your help to an area you are more qualified in?
2006-10-03 16:27:28 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
For example I know that I am not the most knowledgeable person when it comes to carpentry, so when I see a question asking about this subject I elect not to answer it due to my answers more than likely being incorrect. This leaves the question open to someone, with a more advanced knowledge on the subject then myself, to answer the question without the asking party to have to guess which answer is actually the correct one. This seems logical to me, how about with anyone else?
2006-10-03 16:28:02 · update #1
shogun - I have never asked for "homework help" using this site. Therefore I believe your assessment of my question to be completely irrelevant.
and wuxxler - I would say "the question that is in there" is the portion marked in the question box, namely : "Why is it that people who are unable to use grammar correctly feel qualified to answer homework questions?" Also kindly find and point out any grammatical errors in my question; including (but not limited to) comma splices, ending sentences in prepositions, typos, misused acronyms, etc. I have never felt that one should seek "expert" advice via this forum, but rather use it as a precursor to correctly establish a logical rough draft prior to seeing an expert on the subject.
2006-10-03 17:46:10 · update #2
Yes, it drives me up the wall to see such bad grammar and incorrect spelling. I think the age we live in with the text messages and instant messaging, everyone basically abbreviates all their own words (and not even correctly). They think it saves time, but it actually takes the reader a lot longer to comprehend what the heck they're trying to say. Sorry, I know I'm going a little off topic here, but I had to vent.....
2006-10-03 16:36:18 · answer #1 · answered by scotchbrandy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I totally agree, however I'd have to say that people's lack of grammar skills probably has something to do with them getting others to do their homework online...... which is why I tend not to answer specific questions. SOmetimes I'll point to various research options if the questioner needs the help, but I am not going to tell lillte johnny or jane the plot of "To Kill A Mockingbird" because they're too lazy to read it or even rent the movie.
2006-10-03 16:36:26 · answer #2 · answered by Gent Of Style 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes it's fun to make up an answer for the great unwashed, to see if they'll believe it. Does anyone under 20 know how to spell? One of my favorite bumperstickers has always been:
"Illiterate? Write for free help"
Here, they would! No wonder I'm cynical about future generations.
2006-10-03 16:39:53 · answer #3 · answered by cynical_about_future_generations 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The fact that your question (I believe there was a question in there somewhere ...) was riddled with grammatical errors notwithstanding, I agree with your point.
On the other hand, though, someone looking for expert advice ought to consult an expert, not a random group of strangers. You get what you pay for.
2006-10-03 16:42:28 · answer #4 · answered by wuxxler 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think that people that ask for aswers about homework should not be critical of other peoples grammer. Especially since they are going to be in the same boat in a few years BECAUSE THEY ARE NOT DOING THEIR OWN HOMEWORK!!!!!
DO IT YOURSELF. The whole point of school isn't just about learning facts. It's about learning how to figure things out on your own.
2006-10-03 16:38:02 · answer #5 · answered by shogun_316 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They probably don´t know they don´t know.
For example, I have a friend who was shocked when I told him that "ain´t" is totally incorrect. Actuallyy, he didn´t believe me. He could be one of these people who answered English questions incorrectly and think they know!
2006-10-03 16:38:01 · answer #6 · answered by Polete Brasil 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's because people like to pretend to know things that they have no real clue about just because it makes them feel cool. Of course, they can't spell, use correct punctuation, oR fiGuRe OUt WHen tO UsE SHIFt. Humanity is doomed, that's all.
2006-10-03 16:37:55 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with you completely, people should only answer questions they are qualified to answer
2006-10-03 16:30:51 · answer #8 · answered by ashleynicole 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree.
2006-10-03 16:31:11 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋